In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

MENDHAR: A Health Department team today conducted an on-spot assessment of the healthcare needs in landslide-affected Jabran Surhoti area in Mendhar. On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Ashok Kumar Sharma and Director Health Services Jammu Dr. Poonam Sethi, the medical team provided free essential medicines to the residents living in the vulnerable zone.

Comprehensive awareness sessions were also organised focusing on the prevention of water-borne and vector-borne diseases, including all major seasonal and environment-related illnesses that can emerge in the aftermath of landslides and disrupted living conditions.

The initiative was launched under the overall supervision of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Parvaiz Ahmed Khan and continuous monitoring by Block Medical Officer Mendhar Dr. Gazala Chowdhury.

Special emphasis was laid on safe drinking water practices, personal hygiene, proper sanitation, mosquito control measures and early reporting of symptoms so that timely medical intervention can be ensured. The health authorities have assured the local population of continuous medical support and surveillance to safeguard public health in the affected area.

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A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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